Looks like an old school one-of-the-boys politician, the kind who got elected on tradition and money. If I recall correctly, he was responsible for the laws regarding power use. Definitely one of those guys who thinks he can do no wrong.

My guess is tinsel tried to use him first to get her hooks into the government, and when that didn't work, manipulated the situation to get someone younger, more likeable in office for her to use (Calah).